What are the responsibilities and job description for the Neuro Psychometrician Tech position at The University of Kansas Health System?
Position Title
Neuro Psychometrician Tech
KU Clinical Research Center 4350
Position Summary / Career Interest
The Neuro Psychometrician Tech prepares for, administers and scores psychological instruments for adults, children and adolescents. Orders test supplies and equipment and works with insurance companies, patients and referring specialists to obtain pre-authorization for evaluations.
Responsibilities
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Bachelor's Degree in Psychology or Biology
Preferred
Master’s Degree in Psychology (Clinical)
1 year experience in health-related career with direct patient contact.
1 year experience in neuropsychological test administration preferred; familiarity with word processing, spreadsheet, and database computer software.
Time Type
Full time
Job Requisition ID
R-35328
We are an equal employment opportunity employer without regard to a person’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age (40 or older), disability, veteran status or genetic information.
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Neuro Psychometrician Tech
KU Clinical Research Center 4350
Position Summary / Career Interest
The Neuro Psychometrician Tech prepares for, administers and scores psychological instruments for adults, children and adolescents. Orders test supplies and equipment and works with insurance companies, patients and referring specialists to obtain pre-authorization for evaluations.
Responsibilities
- Interviews patients and caregivers or family members to obtain medical, social, educational, and occupational history.
- In consultation with supervisor, prepares and selects neuropsychological test forms appropriate for patient age, educational and cultural background.
- Administers selected neuropsychological tests according to standardized instructions in published test manuals and modifies administration procedure in accordance with patient's physical and/or mental limitations making note of such variations in administration procedures.
- Records in writing observations of patient's behavior during testing, especially such behaviors that influence validity of test administration, scoring, and interpretation.
- Undergoes supervision concerning test administration and scoring for each patient tested, with length and from of supervision consistent with rules determined by the State of Kansas Behavioral Sciences Regulatory Board.
- Acts in accordance with the American Psychological Association's Ethical Principles.
- Telephones patients to confirm appointments and prepares and sends out letters confirming appointments.
- Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.
- Note: These statements are intended to describe the essential functions of the job and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Skills and duties may vary dependent upon your department or unit. Other duties may be assigned as required.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Bachelor's Degree in Psychology or Biology
Preferred
Master’s Degree in Psychology (Clinical)
1 year experience in health-related career with direct patient contact.
1 year experience in neuropsychological test administration preferred; familiarity with word processing, spreadsheet, and database computer software.
Time Type
Full time
Job Requisition ID
R-35328
We are an equal employment opportunity employer without regard to a person’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age (40 or older), disability, veteran status or genetic information.
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